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- Referred to consumer protection
- Print number 3323a
- Amend (t) and recommit to consumer protection
- Referred to consumer protection
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Authorizes and directs the department of health to promulgate regulations to govern the use of chemicals in connection with the practice of nail specialty
In Assembly Committee · Economic Development · Sponsor Michael Benjamin
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Title of bill
An act to amend the general business law, in relation to authorizing and directing the department of health to promulgate regulations to govern the use of chemicals in connection with the practice of nail specialty
Purpose or general idea of bill
This legislation directs the Department of Health to promulgate regulations to govern the use of chemicals used in nail salons throughout New York State.
Summary of specific provisions
Section One of the measure amends Section 404 of the General Business Law, as amended by Chapter 341 of the Laws of 1998 directing the Department of Health to promulgate rules and regulations governing the use of chemicals, including, but not limited to, health and safety concerns implicated by the topical applications of such chemicals to the body and the inhalation of the fumes there from, and fire hazards due to such fumes.
The measure additionally requires the display of signs in a prominent place where such chemicals are used, in clearly legible type and printed letters describing such potential health and safety concerns and may require the use of appropriate ventilation where such chemicals are used.
Justification
Manicures and Pedicures performed at nail specialty shops and salons are very popular and patronized by many New Yorkers. However, the chemicals and the fumes there from, are toxic and flammable and potentially pose a risk to the health and safety of both the employees and patrons. As such, it is imperative that the use of toxic and flammable chemicals be regulated and that consumers are informed on the risks they take utilizing manicure and pedicure services and products. This legislation meets that goal.
Fiscal implications
Undetermined at this time.
Legislative history
New Bill - 2009
Effective date
This act shall take effect on the one hundred twentieth day after it shall have become a law, provided however, that effective immediately, the addition, amendment and/or repeal of any rules or regulations necessary for the implementation of the foregoing section of this act on its effective date are authorized and directed to be made and complete on or before such effective date.
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